R002381
Wednesday, March 20, 2002 2:56 PM
Victims compensation for dependents of 9/11 tragedy
I should inform you that I am not the type of person with either the time or inclination to engage in letter writing campaigns, even with regard to those issues in which I might have a personal interest, but I feel compelled to voice my opinion about an issue brought to my attention by a family member. The tragedy of September 11th forced a certain amount of much needed closing of the ranks of race, gender, political allegiance, and yes even religion in this nation. Yet it seems someone failed to notify those in charge of disbursing compensation to the families of the casualties of that horrible day. Appropriately, we as a nation have at least in this particular instance decided to set aside issues of illegal immigration, among others, that might normally be an impediment to the legal status of the people in need our financial support, but the same consideration has not been given to same sex partners. While not homosexual myself, I find it ridiculous that we should single out one "different" sort of dependent relationship to deny our consideration in this time of what should still be a period of national reconciliation. Please find the strength to rise above the political fray and do the right thing; treat all the victims of this tragedy with the same humanity and respect and provide domestic partners with the help they need and deserve.
Respectfully,
Individual Comment
San Antonio, TX